What Ink Does the Epson Expression Premium XP-620 Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The Epson Expression Premium XP-620 Small-in-One uses five Epson 273 or high-capacity Epson 273XL Claria Premium cartridges: black, photo black, cyan, magenta and yellow. Castle Ink stocks remanufactured 273XL Black, Photo Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow.
It does not use Epson 410; that's the XP-630/640/830 generation. The XP-620 shares Epson 273 with the XP-820 and the older XP-600, 610 and 800 series. In Europe the equivalent cartridge is Epson 26 "Polar Bear", which won't work in a U.S. printer.
CastleScore · October 2026
77/100 — Recommended
Epson Expression Premium XP-620
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | 74 | 3.78★ average across 517 ratings at Epson (3.8) |
| Expert reviews (18%) | — | No published numeric expert score we could verify. |
| Cost per page (24%) | 88 | About 3.3¢ per page blended (black + color) with our remanufactured 273XL (500 black / 650 color pages). |
| Reliability (13%) | 72 | Most-reported problems: replacement cartridges not recognized; black blocked when a color runs low; streaks that cleaning doesn't fix; printer not found on the network; ink pad 'end of service life' error |
| Features (12%) | 72 | Print, copy, scan, auto two-sided printing, Wi-Fi, touchscreen, photo tray, CD/DVD printing. No document feeder, no fax. |
| Value (5%) | 74 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough published expert scores for this printer, so that weight is spread across the other pillars.
Discontinued. Epson names the Expression Premium XP-6100, which takes different ink, as its replacement. Epson 273 cartridges are still sold.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked October 14, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The cartridges, pictured
273XL BlackT273XL020 · ~500 pages
273XL Photo BlackT273XL120
273XL CyanT273XL220 · ~650 pages
273XL MagentaT273XL320 · ~650 pages
273XL Black
273XL Photo Black
273XL Cyan
273XL MagentaOur own remanufactured cartridges, photographed in-house.
What Ink Cartridges Does the Epson XP-620 Take?
| Cartridge | Epson part no. (standard / XL) | Approx. yield (standard / XL) | Castle Ink option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epson 273 Black | T273020 / T273XL020 | ~250 / ~500 pages | Remanufactured 273XL Black |
| Epson 273 Photo Black | T273120 / T273XL120 | Not stated by Epson | Remanufactured 273XL Photo Black |
| Epson 273 Cyan | T273220 / T273XL220 | ~300 / ~650 pages | Remanufactured 273XL Cyan |
| Epson 273 Magenta | T273320 / T273XL320 | ~300 / ~650 pages | Remanufactured 273XL Magenta |
| Epson 273 Yellow | T273420 / T273XL420 | ~300 / ~650 pages | Remanufactured 273XL Yellow |
The pigment black handles text on plain paper; the dye-based photo black adds depth to photos on glossy paper. All five must be installed for the printer to work.
Is Epson 273XL Worth It?
Yes. On October 14, 2026, Staples and Epson.com listed Original Epson 273XL black (T273XL020-S) at $27.49 (about 5.5¢ a page) and each XL color at $21.99. Our remanufactured 273XL cartridges are $9.95 each, about 2¢ a page for black and 1.5¢ per color.
How Do I Replace the Ink in the Epson XP-620?
- Turn the printer on. On the touchscreen choose Setup, then Maintenance, then Ink Cartridge(s) Replacement.
- Lift the scanner unit; the cartridge holder moves to the replacement position.
- Squeeze the tab on the cartridge you're replacing and lift it out.
- Shake the new cartridge gently, remove the yellow tape and press it in until it clicks.
- Lower the scanner unit and press Start to charge the ink.
Which Other Printers Use Epson 273?
The Expression Premium XP-520, XP-600, XP-610, XP-800, XP-810 and XP-820.
What XP-620 owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer in Epson's owner reviews and support pages, answered in our words.
Why won't it print black when only a color is empty?
Epson printers stop when any cartridge is expended, including photo black. Replace the empty cartridge to keep printing.
A new cartridge isn't recognized. What can I do?
Reseat it firmly, check the tape is off and wipe the chip contacts. Confirm it's a 273, not a 410 or 277. If a third-party cartridge is still rejected, a recent firmware update may be the cause.
Lines across prints don't go away after cleaning.
Run a nozzle check to see which color is missing, clean once or twice, then let the printer sit for a few hours before another try. Printing a page every week keeps the nozzles from drying out.
Can it print on CDs and DVDs?
Yes. The XP-620 prints directly on printable CDs and DVDs using the tray that came with it.
It says parts have reached the end of their service life.
The waste ink pads are full. Epson says they aren't user-replaceable; contact Epson about service before deciding whether to replace the printer.
XP-620 quirks worth knowing
- Epson announced it in September 2014 at $149.99 and names the XP-6100 (different ink) as its replacement.
- Epson rates it at 13 ISO pages a minute in black and 10 in color, with automatic two-sided printing.
- It has a 2.7-inch touchscreen, a 20-sheet photo tray for borderless photos up to 8 x 10, and SD and Memory Stick slots.
- It connects by Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct or USB; there's no fax or document feeder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ink does the Epson XP-620 use?
Epson 273 or 273XL in black, photo black, cyan, magenta and yellow.
Does the XP-620 use Epson 410?
No. Epson 410 is for the XP-630, XP-640 and XP-830. The XP-620 uses Epson 273.
How many pages does Epson 273XL print?
About 500 pages for black and about 650 for each color, according to Epson.
Other printers that use Epson 273
Epson Expression Premium XP-820
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